Briggs & Stratton

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    Briggs & Stratton

    Hi all. I just picked up,what I think is a Hustler. Not sure what model we have but pretty sure it's a hustler. Anyway did they ever come with a B&S motor. We think ours is an 18 Hp motor. I know we are missing some parts but I am wondering if it would be better to simply buy a new motor. Thanks in advance.

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    Yes 18hp opposed twins.


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    Ok. Thanks. That's helps. There are no manufacturers names on this thing.

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    should look something like this. if it is a 980 bigfoot, there will be an exhaust duct going out a large rectangle hole in the left rear of the upper body

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    Well, I have this thing dropped off to get the motor running, but I'm a little anxious that I might be better off simply putting a newer motor in it. Anyone know if there are any direct plug and play options as motor replacements? Thanks.

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    I bet a flat twin kohler would bolt up, but you are looking at something of the same vintage. a V-twin will take a little work but that's not a terrible thing. the stock hustler motor mount had no provision for belt adjustment. it's pretty easy to modify for that and to bolt something like a Vanguard in there. you may also have to adapt wiring, throttle/choke connections, and fuel supply as well as fabricate an exhaust. The flat twin briggs is a great engine if yours turns out to be in good shape. they have tons of low end torque
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    The issue with my engine is that I'm not sure what's missing and how hard it will be to find those parts. I quest I will see what I hear back first.

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    Post some pics. Someone on here can tell you what's missing.

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    This is our beast.

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    These are the parts I am worried about.

    I am thinking I might be missing an air filter.

    I am also being told my throttle cable is a no go.
    Lastly. I am really bummed the guy before us cut up the plastic so much. I am hopping to take it to a place and have it plastic welded.

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